Estimator/Senior Estimator - Civil Engineering

Estimator/Senior – Civil Engineering Location: Wakefield / Hybrid Working Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Benefits Lemon Drizzle Recruitment is proud to be exclusively representing a well-established civil engineering, build and steel contractor delivering projects across infrastructure, highways, industrial, energy, ports, flood defence and public realm sectors. With a strong pipeline of secured work and ambitious growth plans targeting £75m turnover, they are looking to strengthen their pre-construction team with the appointment of an Estimator. The Role Working as part of a growing pre-construction team, you'll play a key role in preparing accurate, competitive and commercially robust tenders for a wide range of civil engineering and infrastructure projects. Reporting to the Estimating Director, you will review tender documentation, undertake take-offs, obtain and assess subcontractor quotations, and contribute to the production of high-quality tender submissions. Projects range across highways, infrastructure, energy, ports, industrial developments, flood defence and public realm schemes. Key Responsibilities * Prepare detailed estimates and tender submissions from first principles * Carry out quantity take-offs and cost planning exercises * Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation * Lead supply chain enquiries and assess subcontractor quotations * Identify commercial risks, opportunities and value engineering options * Prepare pricing information for tender reviews and adjudications * Work closely with planning, design, commercial and operational teams * Produce detailed handover information for successful projects * Support the delivery of accurate, compliant and commercially competitive tenders What We're Looking For * Experience in an Estimator role within civil engineering, infrastructure or construction * Strong understanding of tendering, measurement and pricing * Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and bills of quantities * Good commercial awareness * Experience using estimating software (Causeway) and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel * Knowledge of NEC and/or JCT contracts would be advantageous * Excellent communication and organisational skills Why Join? * Exciting pipeline of projects across the Humber region and beyond * Flexible and hybrid working arrangements * Strong opportunities for progression within a growing business * Family-oriented culture with a collaborative and supportive working environment * Regular team-building activities and employee engagement events * Opportunity to work across a diverse range of civil engineering and infrastructure sectors This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator looking to join a forward-thinking contractor where they can play a key role in the company's continued growth and development